Chapter 1991 Although Mark wasn't strong, he had a low body fat.

As such, his abdominal muscles were quite prominent.

Whenever Olivia's sole itched, she would rub her foot against his belly.

Mark looked at his daughter and studied her face.

Although the two of them looked alike, her eyes were unmistakably Cecilia's.

With a smile, Mark couldn't help but lean over and kiss Olivia's face.

As Cecilia came out of the bathroom after freshening up, the first thing she saw was Mark and Olivia sharing an intimate moment together.

With a smile, Cecilia approached them to pick Olivia up.

“Let her sleep a little longer,” Mark said, not wanting his daughter to leave his arms.

Despite his request, Cecilia picked up Olivia and began singing her a lullaby. After a while, she said, “The nurse will come to give you an IV drip later. Mark, don't spoil the child too much.” Mark smiled.

After a while, he replied, “I can also be a strict father, you know.

If you spoil them, then I will be more strict with them.” Cecilia rolled her eyes and ignored what he was saying.

After soothing her daughter, she went to fetch the milk powder.

While Cecilia was waiting for the milk to cool, she brushed Olivia's baby teeth until they sparkled.

Shortly after that, a nurse arrived to put on an intravenous drip on Mark.

Once she was done, she couldn't help but see Olivia up close.

She played with Olivia for a while and then said in hushed tones, “They said that this little girl is the cutest one in the world! ALL the nurses in the in-patient department want to come and see her.

But since this is a VIP ward, they can't come in. They couldn't even sneak in because of Mr. Evans’ bodyguards.” As she spoke, Cecilia didn't like her tone.

When the nurse left, Cecilia said to Mark, “Maybe we should take Olivia out less.” Mark narrowed his eyes at her.

“Are you afraid that everyone's going to Like her?”

Chapter 1992 Cecilia scratched her head and looked away. Then, after a while, she said softly, “I was just like this when I was a child. Everyone liked me, and so I was raised to be... that way." Mark flashed a gentle smile and placed his hand atop hers.

“You're fine the way you are,” he told her.

“I like you very much.” Her words made Cecilia blush, rendering her speechless.

Her entire life, she had only been in two relationships: one with Harold, and the other with Mark.

Harold had explicitly told her that he didn't Like her.

The only reason he was with her was because of the Fowler family’s connections and resources.

Mark on the other hand... What did he like about her exactly? As Cecilia pondered this thought, Mark quietly watched her.

“Cecilia, don't underestimate yourself. You're good-no, you're much better than you give yourself credit. I've seen a lot of people within the power circle, but none of them are as simple and lovely as you.

On top of that, you are also kind and generous.” Perhaps it was this rare quality that had compelled him to like her.

As Cecilia listened to his words, she couldn't help but feel moved.

Of course, she didn't want to show it. She rolled her eyes and crossed her arms.

“You're sick, and yet, you're still quite glib.” Mark grinned.

He looked particularly handsome whenever he smiled.

As they stared into each other's eyes, the atmosphere around them began to feel romantic.

With flushed cheeks, Cecilia lowered her head and fed the baby.

Mark was an emotionally intelligent man. He could easily tell that this woman really liked him. As he quietly observed her, something inside him began to stir.

Just then, Cecilia's phone rang.

It was from Simon's assistant.

Cecilia had owed Simon a debt of gratitude for all the things he had done for her early on in her career. This time, however, for some reason, he was mad at her.

Simon's assistant was quite familiar with Cecilia so she called to tip her off.

Chapter 1993 “I don’t know what's wrong with Mr. Lewis this time,” she informed her.

“Not only does he want you replaced, but he also wants to sue you for liquidated damages!” After a short pause, she continued, “And about the next TV play, Mr. Evans has invested 80 million dollars in it for your sake. But now, he wants to have you replaced from that show as well.” As she listened to the assistant, Cecilia felt a lump in her throat.

She didn’t want to alert Mark that something was amiss, so she whispered to the receiver, “Okay.” After that, she quickly hung up the phone.

Mark frowned as he asked, “Trouble with work?” “No,” Cecilia denied.

To distract herself, Cecilia continued to feed Olivia. Thankfully, Olivia wasn't mad that she hadn't been able to drink milk while her mother was on the phone and patiently waited in her mother’s arms.

Finally, Cecilia put the teat of the bottle on Olivia's lips.

In response, Olivia opened her mouth and sucked it thirstily.

Since Mark was on an IV, it was hard for him to move around. He pushed himself up and sat up, his back leaning against the head of the bed.

“Don't think that I will let you go apologize,”

be a common occurrence in the workplace,

weak was preyed

wife, Cecilia had shown nothing but kindness to Simon. However, Simon was being very unreasonable now. He shouldn't have done this! Mark made a mental note to

still looked calm

be more chances in

Cecilia nodded.

his mind, Mark thought that Cecilia was being silly. At the same time, he couldn't help but feel bad for her. Cecilia must have gone to great lengths just to

and sent a message

out where Simon is shooting his new film in

1994 His recovery journey

son. Despite Mark's remarkable efforts, his son would resent him during

a week in

entire week, but the

tenderly when

will assume

Elva in an elite preschool. I can take Olivia along and have her audit the class. If Olivia likes

Waylen had said

Elva? Why had he enrolled her in preschool

both kids in tow, Waylen

Rena occupied the car.

and Alexis were with her

cradled Olivia and posed a curious question, “Why would great uncle allow Olivia to leave? He adores Olivia the most; he loves

he secured his seatbelt

arrange.” In truth, Mark

was more willing. A stern

her eyes met

his

situation. The four of them were fine together, but Waylen insisted on taking the

Waylen returned Rena's gaze.

intently at

off. I won't go anywhere. I'll remain at home to assist you with childcare.”

smile widened as he playfully pinched

pulled away

seat, Edwin's spirits were high. He looked forward to visiting his

quite knowledgeable, provided plenty of conversation material for

Edwin's attention shifted

was pushing a young

white dress, and her long, straight black hair

Edwin remained perplexed.

the allure of

happened to be

Rena

back to reality and shook

distraction and the

tinge of embarrassment

to the hospital? Alexis cradled Olivia as she said, “Edwin must've been ogling at a pretty girl. Our teacher mentioned that boys his age

he countered, “l wasn't"

blush, huh?" Edwin thought Alexis was too perceptive, and he didn't find her

in teasing Edwin, relishing the sight of

two children

only Mark and Cecilia remained. Mark wasn't in a hurry to strengthen his bond with her; he simply

fell, Cecilia answered a phone

of words, she cast

leaned back against the headboard, engrossed

with her phone in hand to talk with Simon. In the corridor, she observed Simon's frustration, witnessing his usual

resolute in his

had recently recommended a young and

had completed her

she wasn't quick to grant Simon's

her surprise, Mark had exerted pressure on Simon

compelled to save his dignity. After all, Mark had taken a stand in

Cecilia politely declined.

Simon was taken aback.

a brief silence, he said softly, “Cecilia, do you have faith in my ability to keep you away from the entertainment industry

“Ido believe in you.

what difference would it make?” Simon was left

tread on a bumpy road. It’s best to have a conversation with Mark soon. However, I must

A faint flush tinged her

such words before, and a sense of embarrassment washed over

Cecilia pushed the matter from

way back to the hospital

a white hospital gown, regarded her with

approached the table and began peeling

moment, she

you don't have to do this.”

and murmured, “Who else could mistreat me more than you? I'll be honest. Acting is merely a hobby for

care about it, she could have chosen to stay

for several years, and it was evident she had

chose not to press the matter

the topic again; she didn’t want to impose any pressure on him. Consequently, neither of them raised it in the following two days. When Simon called Cecilia again, she

more days went

the doctor's rounds, someone

He looked disheveled.

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